Reading have held talks with Bournemouth over striker Yann Kermorgant.

The 34-year-old frontman scored 17 goals in 42 games for the Cherries last season as they won the Championship title and sealed promotion to the Premier League.

But he has now fallen down the pecking order following an influx of new additions at the Vitality Stadium and has made just 10 appearances, scoring once in a Capital One Cup victory against Hartlepool United.

Discussions are now underway which could see the powerful forward arrive at Madejski Stadium on a permanent basis this month, although the clubs are yet to agree on a fee.

There are several other Championship sides interested in the Frenchman, but he is understood to be keen on a switch to Berkshire.